Gennadean from Sierra Vista, AZ

11/27/2014

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Security is ran out of the Student Union buildings and can also be seen rolling around on campus in their golf carts. We are a Southern Arizona school, so they are always armed with a pistol (like a Glock 9mm, I think) and a taser gun, so students always feel safe.

Greek Life

We have Phi Theta Kappa, which opens the doors to multitudes of scholarships and provides services for over-achieving students.

Clubs and Activities

My goodness, there are so many. I would not be able to list them all here and the best way to actually know what is available, semester-to-semester is to actually visit the campus or attend an All Club meeting on Fridays.

Great for these types of students

Armed Forces students that would like to continue their education in whatever field of work they chose while in the services. This includes intelligence operations, cyber security, and things of that nature. The college also has a great aviation program and a good welding certificate program. Also, if you are unable to become a full-time student (ie family, work, etc.) they are very good working around even the trickiest of schedules.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There really isn't any weird traditions or locations. You are able to enroll in Fitness classes (which is basically a semester-long gym membership) and it provides a running track that goes all the way around the school and through the wash that separates the college campus from the high school campus. You can also hear the high school marching band warm up in the morning, which is a treat that you can hear all over the campus. One time, cows escaped from a neighboring farm and were wandering around, however that was one time.

Bang for the buck

Tuition is around $79/semester hour. I have never had to pay more that $2000 a semester for full time classes. It is one of the lowest tuition rates in the country and offers discounts if you are a Senior, Native American or a Veteran.

What to do for fun

There are multiple clubs to take part of when you are a student at the college. The All Clubs meeting which is held every Friday during the semester is a great way to get out and see what is available. The college also hold events around the year, including the Writing Festival in Spring and the Haunted Union during October.

Food and Dining

The Student Union cafeteria provides made-to-order meals that include things like burgers, salads, fries, pizzas and more. Even though the order can take a little bit be made, everything is made very fresh right in front of you. I have never had anything bad from the kitchen part of the cafeteria. They also provide pre-packaged stuff like salads, sandwiches, and snacks. These are fine too, as they are fresh. Except for the hard-boiled eggs, I wouldn't eat the eggs if I were you! Broxton's Coffee is located right outside the cafeteria. Best coffee in the city, in my opinion.

Academic Rigor

Most educators at Cochise are part-time. This means that their classes tend to be the easiest because they are also working a second job. Some teachers do not care about homework and things like that, as they care profoundly about the end of semester survey. I have had a teacher that literally would give you all points on a piece of paper with your name on it, they were that lenient. On the other hand, I have had teachers who were challenging and fun, and provided rigorous curriculum. Then there were the nightmares that kept me buried in homework forever. Ask around campus to see which teachers would be best for your needs, the students can tell you.

Tips for prospective students

Take placement tests early. The earlier that you can knock out prerequisites, the better. Don't be afraid to ask questions to the advisors, especially when you are ready to transfer to map out a degree plan. Also, if you are high school student, take advantage of the dual-credit program so that you complete AGEC requirements while you are still in high school. And don't eat the eggs from the cafeteria.

In three sentences

Cochise College is a great college to get a foot in the door for a degree/transfer to University. They provide services that ease students into college life without giving them a culture shock and they have the lowest tuition rate this side of the Mississippi!

Francisco from Tucson, AZ

They don't have food and dining in Cochise but have a vending machine with many snacks to choose from.

Dorm Life

Not sre about their dorms due to the fact that I lived near Cochise.

Academic Rigor

Their academics are great but usually have a very limited amount of classses available.

Tips for prospective students

Make the best out of every class. Study often. Do not procrastinate.

In three sentences

Cochise is a great place to start in a community college, they're professional and out going people. The staff makes everything possible for students to succeed. They also have a wide range of degrees to choose from.

Gabriella from Sierra Vista, AZ

06/05/2014

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Food and Dining

The food and dining offered at Cochise College is very good and is offered in a wide variety. The cafe they have offers anything from Mexican food to Asian, they also offer items like fruit and cold sandwiches. However the food they offer can be a bit pricey.

Dorm Life

Unfortunately I never lived in the dorms, so I cannot offer much in this way. However I have heard many good things about the Cochise College dorms.

Academic Rigor

I can only speak for the classes that I have taken and I have to say that all the class I took required a great deal of work to maintain good grades. The classes were fast paced and gave me enough work that I was constantly busy. If you like busy work this is defiantly a good college.

Tips for prospective students

One of the best things a student could do, would be to get involved with any of the clubs offered at the college. Joining clubs makes the time spent at the college a bit more bearable and helps makes new friends. At times it may feel like the course work has become unbearable, the best thing to do at that point would be to consult with the instructor. Their office hours are always posted online and most instructors are more than willing to help their students succeed.

In three sentences

Cochise College is a great stepping stepping stone for students looking to knock out their basic courses before attending a university. The staff and some of the students at Cochise college are friendly and always willing to help. The atmosphere at the college is great, there is never any real pressure and there are always people around to help if need be.

Brooklyn from Sierra Vista, AZ

06/01/2014

Reviewer is A past student here.

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What to do for fun

Join plenty of clubs!!! There is definitely a club for all types of people.

Food and Dining

The food there is absolutely amazing, especially for the price. You will receive generous portions for the best value of your dollar. Also, the staff is very nice. They may mess up your order at times, or even forget it entirely, but don't stress it. They are very busy and do not mean any harm.

Dorm Life

Cochise college doesn't have its own residence.

Academic Rigor

The classes aren't terribly tough, but learning is different for all students. You also have to remember that you get out what you put in, so try your best.

Tips for prospective students

If you are going to Cochise College, you must be prepared to learn and take challenges in order to better your education. Please get involved! It will make your college experience a whole lot better.

In three sentences

Cochise College is a small community college that caters to its students' needs. They are beyond helpful and caring. They also have an abundance of clubs and activities that one can participate in.

Grecia from Douglas, AZ

Cochise college is secluded from town, also there aren't any thief psycho people that you have to worry about. Most people are nice and respectful.

Greek Life

There are some social clubs that will organize party events every once in a while, Last year they organized a Halloween party with free food and drinks.

Clubs and Activities

The clubs are always professional about what they do, it seems to me like they really care about fundraising for special events and trips.

Great for these types of students

Overachievers, big thinkers, money-savers.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Every year the Cochise college will organize a pit fire event, where all the students and anyone besides them are invited, there is dance performers, food, and other fun stuff as well. Also, if you and your friends have a band and want to perform for school, the college will be more than welcome to let you make a small performance at the student union. Cochise college is so awesome, they will even offer free cookies and punch if so.

Bang for the buck

Cochise college makes going to school truly inexpensive, that's one of the major reasons why I go to school here, FAFSA will cover up mostly all of your expenses. I personally think tuition at Cochise college is well worth the effort and attention that teachers put into their students.

What to do for fun

At Cochise college there are a couple of things that you can always do for fun. For example, you can hang out at the library and pick a interesting book to read, watch t.v. at the lobby, play ping pong or Xbox between course breaks, grab a snack at the book store or simply hang out at the student union. Also, you can go to the computer lab and get ahead on homework if you're an overachiever!

Food and Dining

The food is way good and healthy but, I wished it was less expensive!

Dorm Life

I don't live in the dorms but, to what I've seen they are remodeled, the rooms look nice and spacey.

Tips for prospective students

Whatever you do, do NOT lose focus, attending Cochise college may be a huge challenge at times.

Anonymous

01/10/2014

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Never felt worried there in the day or at night. I have even left the windows down on my car for 3 hours while in class with my ipod and money in the passenger seat and everything was still there when I returned.

Greek Life

Phi Theta Kappa Honors society. Not really a frat/sorority in the normal sense but it counts.

Clubs and Activities

Lots of them. Look on the school website and pick some!

Great for these types of students

Students who are looking to knock out their gen. ed. classes for cheap before transferring to a university or students who are not sure what major they want yet and want to try a bunch of different classes. It's cheaper to find out at Cochise than at a university.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The school has a little nature trail that has workout stations along it if you want to get out and get fit.

Bang for the buck

Cochise College is dirt cheap. In all 4 semesters I have been there its only cost me $4,000 total in tuition to get my associates degree. That is equivalent to one semester at a university.

What to do for fun

The student government has a lot of different things you can do. They play frisbee, volleyball, and other sports. They recently bought an Xbox One and have it setup for playing game on. There are plenty of fun clubs too like the tabletop gaming club that provide tons of entertainment.

Food and Dining

There is a kitchen that cooks burgers, fries, and many other things. They also offer salads and sandwiches along with specials that very daily like country fried chicken or lasagna. There is also a little coffee shop in the cafeteria that makes some really good coffee, tea, and smoothies at a decent price.

Dorm Life

I am on the Sierra Vista Campus and there are no dorms on that campus.

Academic Rigor

As an engineering major I found my classes were easily passable as long as I put the time and effort into them. Make sure you use the Tutoring Center and teachers' office hours if you get stuck and you'll have no problem with classes! There's help everywhere!

Tips for prospective students

Do not hesitate to use the writing and math labs for any questions you need answered about your classwork or homework. The tutors are a mixture of students and paid professionals who are very knowledgeable and willing to stick with you and help you until you get it! Also, don't hesitate to visit teachers during their office hours. They are very approachable and willing to answer any questions you have about the class.

In three sentences

Cochise College is great if you're not sure what degree you want yet or if you want to get your general education classes out of the way but don't want to pay thousands at a university for the same classes. There is plenty of help available if you need it and the teachers and staff are very friendly. The small class sizes help give a better student to teacher interaction than would normally be received at a university.

Karlo from Douglas, AZ

11/06/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Real safe campus, security is just a call away.

Clubs and Activities

Many clubs and activities for all. I'm currently in Phi Theta Kappa helping out with fundraisers and also in the Holocaust club getting ready to do more fundraisers and a trip to a museum in El Paso,TX.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

We have a Big Pit Fire evey year, the ceramics teacher makes a big pit fire to cook the clay ceramics like in the old times outside and they have activities and live music. Also all the clubs participate with fundraisers and raffles and food.

What to do for fun

I play golf, go to the gym, hang out with friends and at the college in my leisure time i play billiards.

Food and Dining

Good food in cafeteria.

Dorm Life

New dorm rooms, good modern rooms.

Academic Rigor

Good standing academic rigor, great education programs.

Tips for prospective students

ask questions and ask for help to the advisors at the college and teachers, everyone is willing to help. And also get involved in clubs.

In three sentences

This is a great college, Good teachers and programs. They have really good tutors and personalized attention to the students. They have many activities and community service opportunities.

Jordan from Douglas, AZ

06/27/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

24 - 7 campus security.

Clubs and Activities

The clubs and activities are always something great to be involved in. We are constantly involved in our community, giving back to the children. You become such a social and outgoing person. These clubs do have instructors so for most of them you get college credit which is an awesome bonus. The students are the ones that overall are in charge of all the clubs. But I believe the most exciting part is being able to meet more of your fellow college classmates and become more involved in your college and the community.

Great for these types of students

Great for students who like classes that are not packed with over one hundred students at one time. There is plenty of space to breathe and speak your mind freely. You will also get that one on one time if you are in need of it. The instructors are always around if you are looking for them and also the counselors are great help.

Bang for the buck

The prices for classes are very affordable for anyone really. They also have awesome payment plan options if you are unable to pay it all by a certain date. Very flexible and well worth the money I have spent thus far.

What to do for fun

The Student Government and all of our sports keep us very entertained through out the year. We are constantly having something to do every other week with student government and everyone is very active in school. Lots of school spirit!

Food and Dining

The Food at Cochise is very good but it can also get a little pricey. I personally cannot afford to go to the cafeteria every day and eat. You may also gain a few pounds if you do, Everything is pleasing to your eyes but not your body. They do need more healthy options.

Dorm Life

I currently do not live in the dorms at Cochise but I have not heard any complaints from any of the residents that do live there.

Academic Rigor

Academically Cochise does very well, They push you but to a point that is manageable. You can pass every single class as long as you have that drive and dedication to do well. Every single one of my instructors have been more than amazing and I have really gained a lot from every class.

Tips for prospective students

Register early and really think your schedule through before jumping right into it. That especially goes for any of the medical field majors out there.

In three sentences

Cochise college is big enough for you to explore your options and find yourself but it is also small enough to the point where you still matter as an individual and people truly care for your future.

Student

You get what you pay for and it is good. But they could lower the cost in some of the foods there. Either way, the food and drinks there are delicious.

Dorm Life

I, myself, have not lived in the dorms but I hear it's not so bad. It's convent being near the college rather than having to drive from someplace to attend the classes.

Academic Rigor

Depending on the classes you take you may or may not have so much to do. Some of the classes can be fun to take, but because it's fun doesn't mean you won't learn anything.

Tips for prospective students

If you are applying for financial aid you must complete the FAFSA before the deadline to qualify for it. If you need to ask question do not be afraid to ask them. Do not overwhelm yourself by taking on more classes than you are able to.

In three sentences

It's a nice and quiet place with not so many students overcrowding the classrooms. Teachers are very helpful in helping out students but the student must let the teacher know, teachers are not mind readers! The library is a great place to study and the staff there are willing to help with research materials.

Caitlyn from Sierra Vista, AZ

I feel completely safe there and I know there is always a security guard near by.

Clubs and Activities

Too many to say there are options for everyone!

Great for these types of students

anyone who does not want to move into a big university or just wants to get their AA before going.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Every year we have a zombie versus humans game! ^_^

What to do for fun

I read, play video games, hang out with friends, play volleyball, and listen to music.

Food and Dining

Food is whatever I can afford so eating out is not much of an option, but when I do eat at the cafeteria it is good.

Dorm Life

I do not live in the dorms I live out on my own.

Academic Rigor

If your assignments are not on time a lot of the teachers are cool and just take off partial credit from your paper but that's more points that you could have had just for turning it in on time.

Tips for prospective students

Just because your a student there does not mean you will be doing as much as others will, join clubs and make the most of your experience.

In three sentences

The teachers are nice and they have the will to want to teach. There are zero problems when it comes to student interactions. The school offers great availability to do homework on campus and enough research.

Cintia from Willcox, AZ

02/22/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Clubs and Activities

There are many type of clubs and all clubs offer so much to students. Such as tutoring, scholarships, and much more. All the activities done in the clubs are very fun and interesting, everyone is involved and no one is left out.

What to do for fun

There are many activities the student government do for all students. They make tiedying shirts day, movie nights, free deserts. Also, there are game rooms, there's ping pong tables, hockey tables, pool tables, xbox and much more.

Food and Dining

The food is good, the menu chanches daily. All the workers are very nice and they serve you gladly.

Dorm Life

Dorm life is a good experience! Single dorms or the town houses are great places to live. Especially when you are just a minute away from all your classes. You get to meet so many wondreful people.

Tips for prospective students

Some tips for prospective students would be for them to get involved in clubs and activities that always makes a change in their college life.

In three sentences

Cochise College has been a great experience for me. I think that is well organized and has some of the best teachers on campus. Also, there are many activities and clubs going on all the time and are really fun.

Jaci from Sierra Vista, AZ

12/17/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

The campus safety average.

Great for these types of students

Cochise College is great start for any student who wants to get their generals out of the way at a fraction of the cost of University Schools. Cochise is also great for non-traditional students due to night , and on-line classes offered. The nursing program at Cochise is competitive if not better than other nursing programs in the state.

Bang for the buck

Cochise College is an excellent option for students to begin their general studies, work on a degree and transfer to any University with the confidence that they have been well prepared at Cochise College. Cochise is also a fraction of the cost of Universities.

What to do for fun

There are many clubs that have activities going on during the week. if you want something to do all you need to do is look.

Food and Dining

The snack shop in the Sierra Vista campus is well furnished. You are able to grab something as simple as chips and a drink to a more full meal like a fast food restaurant. The food that I have eaten has been delicious.

Dorm Life

I have not lived in the dorms. I am not able to comment on this question.

Academic Rigor

I belive that Cochise College is a perfect place to begin college life. The classes are challenging but the professors along with the Math, English and computer labs make the experience and challenge of mixing school and work possible.

Tips for prospective students

I would suggest you visit the campus and go to any an all orientations for new and prospective students. This campus is very active in activities, and organizations to enrich the student experience.

In three sentences

I am attending Cochise College Sierra Vista Campus therefore I can't comment on the main campus in Douglas. The Sierra Vista campus I have found quite adequate for my needs as a non-traditional student. The staff and class schedules are helpful and flexible for non-traditional students and traditional students alike.

Mariah from Sierra Vista, AZ

The food and dining experience is pretty superior, the cooks food is pretty amazing and so very fresh. They also give the food in a timely manner, Can't get any better than that!

Dorm Life

I have not experienced the dorm life yet.

Academic Rigor

Cochise academics actually couldn't get any better. There are many opportunities for the students, there's many classes offered on campus, online, and there are many certificates, as well as degrees that can be earned online. The thing I dislike would have to be, all the hard work and extra paper work they have students jumping through hoops to turn in just to get in school. Yes, once you're in, it gets easy after all the hard work put into getting in, other than that headache, everything's excellent.

Tips for prospective students

I feel that students will love the school because of the generosity and willingness to help others that Cochise offers. Cochise is really big on education and making an effort to make sure all students achieve their goals. There's different departments for everything needed and all provide valuable and all needed information when asked. It seems that only people with good and positive attitudes are the ones they working the desk and it is awesome!! The only way someone would not receive the help or guidance needed or wanted, would be if they didn't put in the effort to open their mouth.

In three sentences

Cochise College isn't too bad, it was fine at first but now they're asking for a lot of unnecessary things that I can't do. With me being homeless and having no vehicle, they still expect me to get up to the school like everyday, as well as fax over papers. Other than the difficulties I'm having at the moment, the school is awesome.

Destini-Keijana from Sierra Vista, AZ

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Bang for the buck

It's a pretty cheap school, but the amount of interaction between the entire campus makes the experience rich.

What to do for fun

Travel is big here, with Old Bisbee and Tombstone, it's a great place to really experience the old west. Mountain biking, horse-back riding, being outdoors-y is really the way to live to stay entertained.

Food and Dining

The Union cafeteria has some pretty decent food, its a great place for socializing as well as studying if need be because of the open space.

Academic Rigor

All classes depends on the teacher, some can be real hard-cases, some are more easy going at the end of the day, they all take their work professionally.

Tips for prospective students

Don't be afraid to open up to your teachers, the more they know you, the easier it is to find a way to get the job done for both sides. Personally, I had a teacher that I thought hated me for years, as soon as I opened up and let her know we both cleared some serious ground and passing was ten times easier without the awkward tension.

In three sentences

The small campus makes it easy to get around, and the teacher-student relationships are much more personal due to the small-town setting. Most students graduated high school here and the teachers also work at the high school so there's years of opportunity to learn what makes certain teachers click.

Jazmin from Douglas, AZ

There is not very much security but the campus itself is very trustworthy and open.

Greek Life

I am not familiar with this topic.

Clubs and Activities

There are many clubs and organizations such as Trio, Student Government, Athletic Clubs and etc.

Great for these types of students

Students who wish to be pilots, nurses, major in any of the sciences, and others who want to resume their education.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The ceremony for pilots of taking their wings so they can fly without fear.

Bang for the buck

There are always scholarships out there it is just a matter of applying and taking the time to do it.

What to do for fun

Our student government organizes many activities to those who live on and off of campus. Even open to non-students.

Food and Dining

The food is pretty good I just say. There are a lot of options to what you may choose and you are not pushed in buying from the cafeteria if one pleases to do otherwise.

Dorm Life

You have the option in choosing which dorm to live in as a full time student or an athlete. Everyone there is friendly and get along rather well. The community itself is very open and helpful towards students.

Academic Rigor

Personally I give them five stars because they have the whole academic package and a vast variety of programs.

Tips for prospective students

Get all your information and financial aid ready so their staff can set your path to a go.

In three sentences

Cochise College is a great college full of friendly staff. They treat you with their uttermost respect and assist you by all means. The school has great classes and courses provided to all who qualify.

Robert from Douglas, AZ

Cochise College provides a very safe and healthy environment. Students can walk safe and happy to class without having to worry about a thing.

Bang for the buck

It is definitely a great college here. It is affordable but many students as myself, don't have enough funds to cover my financial needs in my education.

What to do for fun

There are many clubs and activities here at Cochise College, which are very fun to do. It is a never ending list of fun clubs and activities the one can join.

Food and Dining

The food here is very nutritional and affordable, students leave happy.

Dorm Life

I honestly would not be able to explain. I do not live in the dorms.

Academic Rigor

Many professors here are a challenge, and they only do it so that you are well prepared in your future.

Tips for prospective students

The student has to feel him or herself comfortable with the Cochise College environment.

In three sentences

Cochise College has a very healthy environment. The people and the staff are very friendly and always find a way to make you feel comfortable and to help you out. Cochise College also works very well with other schools such as the University of Arizona and Western New Mexico University.

Maria from Naco, AZ

There are diffrent activities throughout the college where you can gather with your friends and play diffrent games.

Tips for prospective students

Study hard, seek help when needed, and take advantage of all the sources that Cochise College offers you.

In three sentences

Cochise College gives students the opportunity to get a head start in their education career. Cochise is one of the few institutions that provides students with one on one help, and with many different financial possibilities to help you pay for tuition and books.

Elizabeth from Palatka, FL

05/10/2012

Reviewer is A past student here.

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Great for these types of students

This school is great for any military student located on the local post trying to continue their life outside of the military one day. This college will give you a jump start with your credits. It is exstremly military friendly.

Bang for the buck

For 40 dollars I was able to convert my military education over and then on top of that, be able to transfer their credits to another school and be able to complete my degree in a separate field.

What to do for fun

Cochise College is located near Tomb Stone, a high tourist location that is a lot of fun to visit and build many new memories there. There is hiking, mountain climbing, and well booze.

Food and Dining

Again I was fed by the Army.

Dorm Life

I lived in a Barracks so I can not really answer this question accuratly.

Academic Rigor

They allowed me to convert my military expeariance as intelligence into a certifiaction for a resonable price as a student just entering the military.

Tips for prospective students

Have all your information ready and aim high, because the staff will push you, to push yourself.

In three sentences

Cochise College is a valued college used by the military and civilian population. They are strong in moral values and have very flexible programs that can help you gain a certification and further your education into an associates degree.

Gregg from Sierra Vista, AZ

campus has always seemed safe, we have security guards that patrol the area but i've never once seen a fight break out or any other scary situational things on campus, its always peaceful.

Clubs and Activities

its a community college so not too much in the way of greek or fraternity/sorority things. but the honors club phi theta kappa keeps things lively and their is normally something going on in the student union to keep the bored man occupied.

Great for these types of students

great for nurses, starting engineers, computer programmers, or undeclared majors in general. you'll find a subject you like here.

Food and Dining

campus has a nice lunch area and cafeteria to serve all the mainstream foods. definitely not the healthier kind, but certainly still tasty.

Dorm Life

since i'm actually writing this about the sierra vista campus, their really is no dorm life. but apartments around are plenty if you need a place to stay.

Academic Rigor

classes can be tough but are challenging in a good way and even all the more interesting. to speak personally i was amazed when i first took calculus i and found out all the applications that it still had today.

Tips for prospective students

don't bite off more than you can chew, especially in the mathematical, engineering, or computer science fields. their is a reason that 12 credits is a full time student, and if you are working on top of that becareful of what you take. weigh your classes to your strengths. if math is difficult for you and your taking two math classes already then that might be enough of a work load. other than that enjoy your classes because your paying to take them.

In three sentences

the sierra vista campus is great. nice small sized classes, and the instructors are on ball with their subjects. overall a good community college to attend and experience.

i do not know much about this, because i live close to the college. but the dorms are nice, and there are brand new ones. i have also heard form other people that they are great places to live.

In three sentences

cochise college is very student friendly, the staff is very kind and helpful, i have taken four classes and enjoyed all of them. i have also learned a lot at this school, and the academic advisers were very helpful making sure my schedule worked so that i could attend classes at the college and at my high school.

Saundra from Mcneal, AZ

Cochise College is great for any one. You don't have to be from an in-group to make it there. You just have to have the drive for a higher education and a bright future!!

Tips for prospective students

Never be afraid to ask a question. All questions have merit regardless of what some one else my think. You don't no the answer, speak up. Your professor will only respect you more for doing so!!! sit in the front row, you get a bigger picture that way not to mention you learn more!!!

Bang for the buck

My tuition for my first three semesters was only $2667! That is not bad at all when you are a full time student and a single mother to boot!!!

Am enjoying being here

I really enjoy the since of community I get when I am on campus. I feel at home there. It is as if we are all family.

Am learning a lot

After being out of school for fifteen years I thought it would be a struggle to grasp all of the new things being taught in college. I have found that every one on campus not just the teachers and staff but the students as well are all very helpful. At Cochise College every one makes you feel like you are family and are all there to help.

Jonathan from Hereford, AZ

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Great for these types of students

Anyone wanting an education

Tips for prospective students

Apply for all the financial aid out there that you qualify for, think you qualify for or aren't sure you qualify for.

Bang for the buck

I received a study grant from Cochise college that pays for 12 credits hours' tuition and in the fall I am taking 14 credit hours, so i will only have to pay for 2 credit hours out of pocket(pending scholarships), which is under $150.

Will enjoy being here

I am very very excited to start college.

Will learn a lot

I am starting at Cochise college in the fall of 2011 and majoring in engineering. I am looking forward to learning a lot and taking great classes.

Study hard, do not take classes full time (12 credits or around 4 classes) if you have a job or cannot devote all of your time to college.

Bang for the buck

The prices are very good for a college at just $54.00 a credit, but you get what you pay for.

Am enjoying being here

Like I said in my last comment, the instructors vary in quality and the increase in online classes while dropping face to face classes in favor of online classes has really made Cochise not the college it could be. I am passing most of my classes so far with the exception of two online classes that were not offered in face to face such as juvenile justice and psychology which are low level classes that most degrees require taking.

Am learning a lot

Some of my classes were interesting and I learned a lot. The placement test isn't the greatest of tests though, I tested into English 102 and maxed out the reading test, but because of the test score difference between the two tests, I had to come in and write an assigned essay, the essay assigned was not a good test of English and writing skills and so they then said the essay put me into English 100 which is two grades lower than what I tested into the first time. So then I had to take two more classes putting me behind which of course I have to pay for. The material was interesting enough depending on what class was taken. I've had some good classes and some bad ones. The instructors vary in quality. The online classes are all the same and are really not the best classes available.

Aaron from Sierra Vista, AZ

This college is great for all types of students. They must have at least discipline to study to succeed.

Tips for prospective students

I would tell them to study hard in high school because the classes I took helped prepare me for college. High school is a stepping stone to college. So students who study hard in high school will not have hard of a time in college. Also, manage your time wisely. This is the key to success in college. Do not miss class because this will get you behind and it will be difficult to catch up with everybody else. The last one is DO NOT PARTY HARDY! This will ruin your chances to get a higher education and a successful career.

Bang for the buck

The tuition is only 52 dollars per credit. That is inexpensive compared to universities. So far, I am saving a whole lot of money going to a community college first, than an university.

Am enjoying being here

Cochise is alright. The campus is too small and does not live up to expectations I thought. I hoped the campus would be bigger. But right now, there are buildings being built. That is a plus. The school is getting a mini gym where the counseling office is at because the office is moving into a newer building. Overall, the campus is satisfactory.

Am learning a lot

Right now, I am taking two remedial courses because of a placement test that I was required to take. The college does not understand that I took pre-calculus which leads me into calculus. But no, I had to take trig again to get into calculus. For my reading class, I am learning how to read critically. But I learned that in high school. In my English class, I learned how to write interview, observation, and recall essays. I learned how to write descriptively and show a scene. For my Chemistry class, some subjects are review if you took chemistry in high school. If not, it will be new to you.

Cochise college is the cheapest college i have found so far and I like it there so it fits.

Am enjoying being here

Its good for the most part you just have to make the best of it. It is school after all.

Am learning a lot

Depending on what field you are in you will learn a lot. I, for example, am a Network Technology major there and since we are so close to Fort Huachuca they are accurate in their teachings, but I have heard other students complain about certain teachers in other fields.

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